News for 'Pawan'

'PM Modi knew about all players including my journey'

'PM Modi knew about all players including my journey'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The Indian women's cricket team has set a benchmark with the World Cup triumph and the next goal for the side is to make winning a habit, said pacer Renuka Thakur after returning to her native village in Shimla district on Sunday.

Nikhat leads India's medal charge at World Cup Finals

Nikhat leads India's medal charge at World Cup Finals

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Nikhat, Jaismine and four other Indian boxers march into finals

Indian boxers on a roll at World Cup Finals

Indian boxers on a roll at World Cup Finals

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Hitesh beats former world champion Okazawa, Indian boxers continue to dominate at World Cup Finals

Hindu man 'stopped' from going to Pak with Sikh group

Hindu man 'stopped' from going to Pak with Sikh group

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

"Pakistani officials told us you are Hindu, you cannot go with a Sikh jatha," said Amar Chand, who was sent back along with six of his family members after they crossed over to the neighbouring nation to participate in the birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev.

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The government on Wednesday withdrew the order mandating pre-installation of cyber security app Sanchar Saathi on smartphones by manufacturers.

EC strongly defends TN, Bengal SIR in SC, denies mass voter deletion

EC strongly defends TN, Bengal SIR in SC, denies mass voter deletion

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The Election Commission has defended its Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu in the Supreme Court, refuting allegations of mass deletion of genuine voters as exaggerated and politically motivated.

Jolly LLB 3 Inches Closer to Rs 100 Crore

Jolly LLB 3 Inches Closer to Rs 100 Crore

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

After bringing in Rs 74 crore (Rs 740 million) in its first week, Akshay Kumar's Jolly LLB 3 continued to be steady at the box office.

Despite sweep, 12 BJP candidates fall in close contests

Despite sweep, 12 BJP candidates fall in close contests

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Even as the Bharatiya Janata Party made a spectacular show in the Bihar assembly elections with almost all of its 101 candidates registering massive wins, 12 of the nominees missed the bus.

Nikhat leads gold rush, Jaismine stuns Oly star amid BFI rift

Nikhat leads gold rush, Jaismine stuns Oly star amid BFI rift

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Indian women boxers, led by star pugilist Nikhat Zareen, lived up to their top billings to claim seven gold medals, while Hitesh Gulia and Sachin Siwach also clinched the coveted yellow metal at the World Boxing Cup Finals in Greater Noida on Thursday.

Will Nitish not be Bihar CM? Amit Shah drops big hint

Will Nitish not be Bihar CM? Amit Shah drops big hint

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday asserted that Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, a former state Bharatiya Janata Party president, would be made 'big man' by Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the assembly polls.

U Mumba Pull off Dramatic Win Over Thalaivas!

U Mumba Pull off Dramatic Win Over Thalaivas!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

U Mumba produced a stunning late comeback to beat Tamil Thalaivas 36-33 in a Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 encounter, in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Left-arm spinners, all-rounders, and pacers who mastered their craft and left a mark in Test cricket.

Man killed by son, nephew for abusing his minor daughters

Man killed by son, nephew for abusing his minor daughters

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

According to police, the girls -- aged 13 and 14 years -- had come to stay with Chaudhary's elder brother at a village in Kosikalan area during Diwali, in a bid to escape the abuse and torture. Their brother was already staying with the uncle to pursue his studies.

Will it be Tejashwi vs Prashant Kishor? Jan Suraaj chief drops big hint

Will it be Tejashwi vs Prashant Kishor? Jan Suraaj chief drops big hint

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

"I am going to Raghopur to get feedback from the people of the constituency, which wants an end to the supremacy of one family. Before Tejashwi Yadav, a second-term MLA, his father Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi had represented that seat. Yet, it is crying for basic amenities," alleged Kishor.

PKL: Pawan Sehrawat's brilliance not enough vs Thalaivas' might

PKL: Pawan Sehrawat's brilliance not enough vs Thalaivas' might

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Pawan Sehrawat began aggressively for the Telugu Titans with a 'Super Raid' in the first minute and soon the team captain picked up three more raid points to give his side a healthy lead.

BJP files complaint against Rahul Gandhi over remarks on PM

BJP files complaint against Rahul Gandhi over remarks on PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

The BJP has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against Rahul Gandhi for his alleged derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during recent rallies in Bihar.

INDIA bloc promises jobs, pension, free power in Bihar manifesto

INDIA bloc promises jobs, pension, free power in Bihar manifesto

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The INDIA bloc has released its manifesto for the Bihar assembly polls, promising jobs, restoration of the old pension scheme, and free power, among other things.

Andhra HM responds after ally Pawan Kalyan's criticism

Andhra HM responds after ally Pawan Kalyan's criticism

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Andhra HM Vangalapudi Anitha said she viewed Pawan Kalyan's remarks on her handling of the state's law and order situation in a constructive way.

UP: 6 pilgrims run over by train while crossing tracks

UP: 6 pilgrims run over by train while crossing tracks

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

The Chopan Express had halted at platform four of the station, and the passengers chose to get down on the track, though there is a footover bridge, the railways said.

Verification of burqa-clad women introduced by TN Seshan: EC

Verification of burqa-clad women introduced by TN Seshan: EC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Election Commission defends its directive to verify the identity of burqa-clad women at Bihar polling stations, citing a 1994 order issued during T N Seshan's tenure.

Sulakshana Pandit's Top 10 Songs

Sulakshana Pandit's Top 10 Songs

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Singer-actress Sulakshana Pandit, 71, passed into the ages on November 6 after a prolonged illness. Besides her acting roles, she leaves behind some beautiful songs to remember her by.

'If I were home minister...' : Pawan Kalyan picks on ally TDP

'If I were home minister...' : Pawan Kalyan picks on ally TDP

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Monday expressed concern over the law and order situation in the state and said if he was the state home minister, 'things would be different', remarks seen as direct criticism of Vangalapudi Anitha, who is holding the department currently.

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Two-time gold medallist Nikhat Zareen has put behind the disappointment of missing out on a third World Championships medal, and is now focussed on collecting maximum ranking points by winning the top prize in the upcoming World Boxing Cup Finals.

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has said that the laddu adulteration issue is just a tip of the iceberg and there are many more decisions taken during the previous regime that have to be investigated.

Boxing Worlds: Bartwal beats much-fancied Brazilian

Boxing Worlds: Bartwal beats much-fancied Brazilian

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

World Boxing Championships 2025: Pawan Bartwal registers hard-fought win over Trindade

Kannan, who quit IAS over Article 370 abrogation, joins Congress

Kannan, who quit IAS over Article 370 abrogation, joins Congress

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Former IAS officer Kannan Gopinathan, who resigned from service in 2019 as a mark of protest against the "shutdown" of Jammu and Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370, joined the Congress on Monday.

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Opposition parties are questioning the Election Commission's intentions behind the second phase of special intensive revision of electoral rolls in 12 states and Union Territories. The BJP has slammed the Congress and called the opposition a 'herd of dissatisfied souls'.

World Boxing: Lakshya storms into Round of 16

World Boxing: Lakshya storms into Round of 16

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Lakshya Chahar came up with a clinical performance to defeat former Asian Championships gold medallist, Jordan's Hussein Iashaish, to advance to round of 16.

20 burnt alive as Bengaluru-bound bus catches fire

20 burnt alive as Bengaluru-bound bus catches fire

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

A Bengaluru-bound private bus from Hyderabad caught fire in this district on Friday after colliding with a two-wheeler, leaving 20 people dead, most of them charred to death, a senior police official said.

Actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Born on June 25, 1951, Shah was a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television. His career spanned several decades, during which he earned acclaim for his comedic timing in movies such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Maalamaal, Hero Hiralal, Main Hoon Na and Kal Ho Naa Ho.

INDIA bloc names Tejashwi as CM face, Sahni as deputy

INDIA bloc names Tejashwi as CM face, Sahni as deputy

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The opposition INDIA bloc has declared RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.

FIR over Cong's AI video on Modi and his mother

FIR over Cong's AI video on Modi and his mother

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Delhi Police have registered an FIR based on a BJP worker's complaint regarding an AI-generated 'deepfake' video posted by the Bihar Congress unit that allegedly tarnishes the image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother.

HC orders Cong to take down AI video of Modi and his mother

HC orders Cong to take down AI video of Modi and his mother

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The Patna High Court has directed the Congress party to remove an AI-generated video from its social media platforms that depicted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother. The court's order came in response to a petition alleging the video was defamatory and violated election laws.

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'You don't have to lose your identity to be part of Congress. You can be who you are, as long as you believe in the core principle of strong citizenry and nation-building through that concept'

Ahead of Diwali, 7800+ kg of banned firecrackers seized in Delhi

Ahead of Diwali, 7800+ kg of banned firecrackers seized in Delhi

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The drive, carried out by various police districts and units, including the crime branch and AATS teams, aligns with the Supreme Court's directions and the Delhi government's blanket ban on the sale, storage, and use of firecrackers to curb pollution during Diwali.

'Pawan Kalyan has taken the plunge'

'Pawan Kalyan has taken the plunge'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

'After Chandrababu Naidu's arrest on Saturday, Pawan Sir's protest is not a random happening.'

Virar building collapse: Tragedy strikes during baby's birthday party

Virar building collapse: Tragedy strikes during baby's birthday party

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The death toll in the collapse of an unauthorised building in Virar, Maharashtra, has risen to 15. Rescue operations are ongoing to ensure no one remains trapped under the debris.

'I Never Said Shoot Rahul Gandhi, But...'

'I Never Said Shoot Rahul Gandhi, But...'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'... Rahul Gandhi's name came to my mind at that time.'

Magisterial probe ordered into Leh violence; markets reopen as curfew eases

Magisterial probe ordered into Leh violence; markets reopen as curfew eases

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

A magisterial inquiry into the September 24 violence in Leh, which resulted in four deaths, is expected to be completed within four weeks. The inquiry, led by Sub Divisional Magistrate Nubra Mukul Beniwal, aims to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident.

YSRC leader changes name after failing to defeat Pawan Kalyan

YSRC leader changes name after failing to defeat Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Senior Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party leader Mudragada Padmanabham has officially changed his name to 'Padmanabha Reddy', fulfilling his pledge made during the election campaign, after he failed to ensure the defeat of Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan in the recently concluded assembly polls.